If you grew up in Oklahoma in the 60s and 70s, your eyes probably still light up when someone mentions horny toads and Foreman Scotty, Andrews Park and Owens Stadium. That’s why Bill Moore decided to write Memories of an Okie Boomer. After spending four decades working on newspapers and PR companies around the globe, it seemed time to finally write about the important stuff. Well, stuff that was important to an “active” child growing up in Norman.
Bill humorously recounts - and with only slight exaggeration - an energetic Okie boyhood of bruises, bikes, stubbed toes and Monkey’s Blood, and playing non-stop from dawn to dusk with his best friend Steve in those brutal Oklahoma summers. Short and energetic - just like he was - Memories of an Okie Boomer will make you laugh and almost certainly bring back a couple of your best childhood memories.
$9.99
Diana H. –
As a lifetime resident of Norman, OK this book was so much fun. People I knew, places I was familiar with and reminders of a great childhood were on every page. Anyone from Norman would love this book but anyone from anywhere would enjoy the reminders of adventures during childhood. Loved it!
Richard J. Leaumont –
Wonderful book about a boys life in Oklahoma but paints humorous and sentimental picture that will invoke memories no matter what state you came from
Amazon Customer –
Wonderful stories! A trip down memory lane. So much fun to read! Wonderful writing! Thanks!
Zachary M Weigel –
Great read, written by a fellow Okie. I grew up in Norman in the 1980's and 90's. This book brought me back to my childhood. Funny story after story. Highly recommend.
Russell B. Cooper –
I brought your book along to a little getaway this week and it was awesome.I have to thank you for such an awesome little journey back to Norman of yesteryear. I am not much of a reader so your short stories in this book were just what I needed, and they were spot on memories for all of us who grew up during this time. I would recommend this book to anyone who grew up in Norman in the 60s-70s. In fact, I would bet this book holds true for most people in the Midwest, just the names and places may have been different. Again, Thanks for a great read!
Marilyn –
I loved Bill's book! I also grew up in Norman and really enjoyed the memories (bought an extra book to share as a gift). Looking forward to reading Bill's next book with more memories of growing up in Norman.
ProudDad –
I think anyone who grew up around the 1960s will enjoy this trip down memory lane!
Debra –
Having known the author all our lives I expected nothing less than stellar from him and he does not disappoint. It brought smiles and loud guffaws as I tripped down memory lane with him. It was so much more personal to me as I knew the characters in the book but all will enjoy reminiscing about that magical time in Norman . Give it a read you wont be disappointed!
Susan B. –
Couldn’t put it down. A total joy to read.
The author was a classmate of mine in high school, and is still a great Facebook friend. I knew this book would be awesome b/c of the way Bill writes his posts on Facebook telling his friends of his life in New Zealand. This book touched my heart in soo many ways. Bills writing is so descriptive, that in your mind you see what he’s writing about or transports you to the place. I couldn’t put it down. Bill, thank you for letting me go back to my days of innocence as a child in Norman, Oklahoma.
Tktjtj –
Fantastic!
Fun and great read!!! If you grew up in the 60 and 70 you will be able to relate to many fun stories the author tells!
Bill Moore is a very talented and entertaining author with a great sense of humor! I highly recommend this book!!!
Sudie (store manager) –
Just finished reading your book. I was laughing out loud so much my husband asked what was I reading! And I kept thinking, “Bless his mom's heart”! My dad also read it and said he found it delightful. Looking forward to the second book. Thanks for the entertainment!